(a)      If authorized by the Secretary, a police employee or a 40-hour civilian employee may work an alternative workday of not more than 12 hours instead of an 8-hour workday.

      (b)      (1)      Employees who participate in the alternative modified workday program are entitled to compensation in accordance with § 8-305 of the State Personnel and Pensions Article.

            (2)      Personal leave for these employees shall be based on an 8-hour workday.